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What Causes Itching On The Top Of Buttocks?

Why does the top part of my buttocks itches so much for all these years? T have seen a doctor who was not sure what it is, but asked me use a cream which does not work as much as a savlon cream which helps a bit, but does not remove the problem. Many years ago it use to itch days before my menstrual period every month.
Fri, 28 Mar 2014
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Hi,

The itchy lesions on buttock from long time would be contact allergic dermatitis. You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis. Tinea corporis, a fungal infection may be ruled out. After thorough examination, he might come to some conclusion. Antihistaminics like levocetirizine may be taken for long time. If needed, steroid may be taken in tappering dose. Local application of mild steroid cream might improve the disease. You may be alright after few months treatment. I hope you got my answer.

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Dr.Ilyas Patel MD
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What Causes Itching On The Top Of Buttocks?

Hi, The itchy lesions on buttock from long time would be contact allergic dermatitis. You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis. Tinea corporis, a fungal infection may be ruled out. After thorough examination, he might come to some conclusion. Antihistaminics like levocetirizine may be taken for long time. If needed, steroid may be taken in tappering dose. Local application of mild steroid cream might improve the disease. You may be alright after few months treatment. I hope you got my answer. Thanks. Dr.Ilyas Patel MD